Aral Basti - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Aral Basti is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 87.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Nandigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aral Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aral Basti is 316083. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.13 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Aral Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aral Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Aral Basti village had a total population of 1,208 people, including 606 males and 602 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.44%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 49.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,208 | 606 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 322 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 284 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Aral Basti
Aral Basti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Aral Basti
Aral Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Aral Basti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Aral Basti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Aral Basti is about 87.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aral Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aral Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aral Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aral Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aral Basti
Where is Aral Basti located?
Aral Basti village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aral Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Aral Basti is Nandigram.
What is the pincode of Aral Basti?
The pincode of Aral Basti is 731221.
What is the population of Aral Basti?
Aral Basti had a total population of 1,208, including 606 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Aral Basti?
Aral Basti had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aral Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aral Basti was 56.44%. Male literacy was 63.64% and female literacy was 49.32%.